‘Digital and physical infrastructure with skills will drive India’s economic growth’
GS3Economy · S&T · Environment · Security· Infrastructure (energy, ports, roads, railways)· Prelims + Mains·
Why in news
Secretary S. Krishnan emphasized that digital and physical infrastructure, coupled with skills, are essential for India to become the world's third-largest economy by 2030.
Background
The Union Ministry of Electronics and Information Technology projects the digital economy will reach 20% of India's economy by 2030. Tata Electronics and Caliber Interconnects signed an MoU with SASTRA to promote capacity building in electronics manufacturing and semiconductor production.
Facts for Prelims
- FactDigital economy target: 20% of the Indian economy by 2030
- FactIndia's economic goal: To become the world's third-largest economy by 2030
- BodySASTRA: Partnered with Tata Electronics and Caliber Interconnects for capacity building
- PostS. Krishnan: Secretary of the Union Ministry of Electronics and Information Technology
For Mains
Q. Discuss how the integration of digital infrastructure and skill development can accelerate India's transition into a global manufacturing hub for electronics and semiconductors.
Dimensions to cover in your answer
- Skill-infrastructure nexus: Bridging the gap between physical manufacturing capacity and high-tech workforce readiness
- Export-led growth: Leveraging domestic electronic component production to enhance global trade competitiveness
Keywords: Digital Infrastructure · Capacity Building · Semiconductor Production · Economic Growth · Skill Development
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